How to permanently remove news from the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 9: from simple settings to radical solutions

The Xiaomi Redmi 9 lock screen is loaded with unnecessary information by default: weather widgets, banner ads and, most annoyingly, the automatically updated MIUI news feed. These "helpful tips" not only eat up traffic and battery power, but also slow down the phone's unlocking. Worse, after system updates, settings are often reset and news returns as pesky advertising.

In this article, 5 proven ways to completely remove news from the lock screen, including hidden MIUI settings, disabling system applications via ADB, and even radical widget reset. We’ll take a look at the options for different firmware versions (including MIUI 12/13/14), explain why standard shutdown in settings doesn’t always work, and show you how to get around Xiaomi’s restrictions without root rights. If you’re tired of intrusive tape, read on.

Why news appears on the lock screen and can it be removed forever

The news feed on the lock screen is part of the MIUI ecosystem that is integrated at the firmware level, and Xiaomi, by default, includes it for all users to:

• 📈 Increase engagement with the company’s services (e.g. Mi Browser or Mi Video).
• 💰 Show targeted ads (even if you don’t notice banners, they load in the background).
• 🔄 Collect data about user preferences to personalize content.

The problem is that the Redmi 9 (like other Xiaomi budget models) doesn’t have the option of completely disabling the tape in the standard settings, and even if you remove the “Show News” tick from the lock screen menu, the system can return it after:

• 🔄 Firmware updates (especially major versions) MIUI).
• 📱 Resetting settings to factory.
• 🔧 Recovery from backup.

The only way to get rid of news forever is by combining shutting down through settings, deleting the cache of system applications, and blocking background activity through ADB or third-party utilities, and then we'll go through all the methods, from the simplest to the most radical.

Method 1: Standard disabling via MIUI settings (works 60% of the time)

The first and most obvious method is to use built-in MIUI options. It is suitable for users who do not want to dig into system files, but has a limitation: after updates, the settings can be reset.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Slip on the lock screen style (in some versions of MIUI it is called lock screen setting).
3. Choose the style "Simple" or "Hours Only" (avoid options marked "Recommended" - these include widgets).
4. Go back and go to Additional Settings → News and Recommendations.
5. Turn off the sliders: 📰 "Showing news on the lock screen" 🔍 "Recommendations of the annexes" 🌦️ "Weather” (optional if not necessary)

Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

Why this might not work:

• 🔄 In some regional versions MIUI (For example, for India or China, the option to turn off news is hidden.
• 📱 If the phone is purchased with operator services pre-installed (e.g., Redmi 9 from MTS or Beeline), the operator can block changes to the phone.
• 🔧 After updating to MIUI 13/14 The system can automatically return widgets.

Method 2: Remove cache and system application data

If a standard shutdown didn't work, the problem could be in the cache of the apps responsible for the news, which MIUI is responsible for:

• com.miui.weather2 (weather and widgets)
• com.miui.player (music player, sometimes integrated with news)
• com.xiaomi.channel (the main app of the news feed).

To clear their data:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search box, type the name of the package (e.g. com.xiaomi.channel).
3. Slip on the application → Storage → Clear the cache and Clear the data.
4. Repeat for all three apps in the list above.
5. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Cleaning of the application data com.miui.weather2 It'll reset all your weather settings. If you used the weather widget on the home screen, you'll have to reset it.

If news still appears after cleaning the cache, try disabling auto-run for these apps:

1. In the application menu (Settings → Applications → Application Management), select the desired one.
2. Tap Autostart → turn off the slider.
3. Also turn off Background Activity and Show notifications.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (no root rights)

If previous methods have failed, the most reliable way is to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), Google’s official tool for managing system settings without rooting permissions, and works on all versions of MIUI, including the latest updates.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Developer's Included Mode and Debugging USB phone-on.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (includes ADB).
2. Connect Redmi 9 to your computer and select File Transfer Mode (MTP).
3. Open the command prompt (cmd in Windows or Terminal in macOS/Linux) and go to the folder with ADB:

cd path to folder platform-tools

1. Check the connection of the device:

adb devices

(You should have your phone name with device status.)

1. Run a command to turn off the news feed:

adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.channel

1. To disable the weather widget (optional):

adb shell pm hide com.miui.weather2

1. Reboot the phone:

adb reboot

⚠️ Note: The pm hide command temporarily hides the application from the system, but does not delete it. MIUI If the command doesn't work, try: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.channel

To bring the news back, use:

adb shell pm unhide com.xiaomi.channel

1. Reinstall Xiaomi drivers (download from the official website).

2. Enable the option "Debugging by USB (security options)" in the developer settings.

3. Use another USB-cable (some cables are only for charging purposes).-->

Method 4: Using third-party launchers (bypass)

If you don’t want to mess with ADB, you can go for a trick – replace the standard MIUI launcher with a third-party one (for example, Nova Launcher or Lawnchair). Many launchers allow you to completely customize the lock screen, including removing all widgets.

How it works:

1. Install an alternative launcher from Google Play (we recommend Nova Launcher or Action Launcher).
2. In the launcher settings, find the Lock Screen or Widgets section.
3. Turn off all options related to news and recommendations.
4. Set the default launcher in your phone settings (Settings → Applications → Default Apps).

Pros of the method:

• ✅ Does not require root rights or ADB.
• ✅ Allows you to completely remake the interface for yourself.
• ✅ It works even after the updates. MIUI.

Cons:

• ❌ Certain functions MIUI (For example, gestures or themes may not work properly.
• ❌ It will take time to set up a new launcher.

Best launchers for Redmi 9:

Method 5: Radical measures - reset widgets and firmware

If none of the above has worked, there are two extreme options:

1. Reset all widgets through Safe Mode.
2. Firming on custom firmware (requires unlocking the loader).

Method 1: Safe Mode

Safe Mode boot disables all third-party and system widgets.

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the power button until the Redmi logo appears.
3. Once the logo appears, press and hold the volume button until the phone boots.
4. In the lower right corner of the screen will appear the inscription Safe Mode.
5. Go to Settings → Lock screen and reset all widgets.
6. Restart your phone in normal mode.

Method 2: Castom firmware

Installing LineageOS, Pixel Experience or other firmware without Xiaomi services is guaranteed to remove news.

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (officially via Mi Unlock Tool).
• 📥 Installations TWRP or another custom Recovery.
• 🛠️ Experience with firmware (risk of “bricking” the phone).

⚠️ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader on Xiaomi is associated with risks: 🚫 Loss of warranty (if the phone is under warranty). 🔒 Resetting all data (including internal memory). 📵 Possible problems with the module NFC This method is recommended only for advanced users!

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Custom firmware like LineageOS not only cleans up news, but also improves the performance of Redmi 9 by lacking background MIUI processes. However, you will lose branded features like Second Space or Game Turbo.

What to do if news comes back after MIUI update

Xiaomi regularly releases updates that can return disabled widgets.

• 📵 Turn off automatic updates MIUI: Go to Settings. → The phone. → Update the system and disable the option "Automatic booting".
• 📥 Install an ad blocker: Apps like Blokada or AdGuard can block news feed requests at the level DNS.

If you don’t want to give up on updates, but the news annoys you too, try the delayed update:

1. When an update notification appears, do not install it immediately.
2. Wait 1-2 weeks and check for feedback on forums (e.g. 4PDA or XDA-Developers).
3. If users complain about the news coming back, skip this update.

The list of MIUI updates that are most frequently followed by news:

FAQ: Frequent questions about news on lock screen